The building’s sound recording
studios were built to strict acoustic requirements. Effectively
dense boxes suspended within the frame of the building, they float
on rubber pads which isolate them from vibration.

The building achieved ‘Excellent’ BREEAM ratings for design and
construction.

We worked to ensure our construction activities did not
interfere with the day-to-day operations of the library which
remained unaffected throughout. Measures included cutting metal
decking off site to reduce noise and disturbance.

Bricks and copings were reused, plasterboard off-cuts recycled
and some materials donated to a local school.

This project builds on our established relationship with the
British Library. Previous contracts include completion of the new British Library which
incorporated provision of the King’s Library, home to a priceless
collection of books once owned by King George III.